Could a Stop-Smoking pill tame dangerous heart rhythms?

NCT ID NCT06780215

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tested whether varenicline tartrate, a drug typically used to help people quit smoking, can reduce frequent extra heartbeats (PVCs) in 116 adults who have had a heart attack. Participants received either the drug or a placebo for 6 weeks, while continuing standard heart medications. The main goal was to see if the drug lowered the number of extra beats per day. This is a phase 2 trial, meaning it looks at early effectiveness and safety, not a cure.

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Locations

  • Shanghai East Hospital

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200120, China

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